Michigan college access advocate to join White House panel

6:52 PM,
Jul. 19, 2014

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The founder of the Michigan College Access Network will join first lady Michelle Obama on a task force aimed at increasing college completion.

Brandy Johnson will join the White House Opportunity Agenda, starting with a July 28 meeting. Her addition will be announced Monday.

The task force will focus on exchanging ideas and strategies to impact students' college and career readiness, which aligns with Johnson's and MCAN's goal of making college attainable for all, she said. It will include experts from across the country. ...